Maryland Advances to Sweet 16 with Derik Queen's Buzzer-Beater
The Terps secured a dramatic 72-71 win over Colorado State, marking their first Sweet 16 appearance since 2016 and head coach Kevin Willard's first as a coach.
- Freshman Derik Queen's buzzer-beating shot sealed Maryland's victory, showcasing his potential as a future NBA draft pick.
- Maryland's defensive adjustments, including a shift to zone defense, played a pivotal role in their comeback against Colorado State.
- The Terps relied on three-point shooting, with key contributions from Rodney Rice, Ja’Kobi Gillespie, and Selton Miguel, combining for eight three-pointers.
- Colorado State excelled in the paint and on offensive rebounds, with standout performances from Jalen Lake and Nique Clifford keeping the game close.
- Maryland now prepares to face No. 1 seed Florida in the Sweet 16, a highly anticipated matchup as the team aims for its first Final Four in over a decade.